As the First World War drags on, Pierre, a Belgian soldier newly arrived at the front, is eager to prove himself. Behind the lines, he meets Francis, who decides to lift the spirits of his comrades by putting together a theatre show. While the violence continues, both men try to find ways to escape the brutality of war, even if only for a moment.

From director Lukas Dhont (CLOSE, CIFF 2022), comes this exquisite and exacting portrait of a love formed in the most unloving of places. Actors Emmanuel Macchia (in a remarkable debut) and Valentin Campagne shared the best acting prize at Cannes this past spring.

CONTENT ADVISORY: Contains depictions of war violence.